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From 1796 to 1964, all US dimes were struck in an alloy of 90% silver and 10% copper.
Starting in 1965 all circulating dimes have been made of copper-nickel. Since 1992, special "prestige proof" dimes have been made in 90% silver but these are only for sale to collectors and investors.
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How much silver is in a 1935 silver dime?
There are 2.25 grams of silver in a 1935 silver dime. It is made of 90% silver and 10% copper.
Is a 1943 dime made out of silver?
Yes, it is made out of 90% silver.
What is a 1964 dime made of?
A 1964 dime is made of 90% silver and 10% copper, known as a "silver dime" because of its silver content. These dimes were the last to be minted with silver before the composition changed to a copper-nickel alloy in 1965.
Is a 1942 dime silver?
yes. all dimes up to 1964 are made of silver
How do you tell if a 1935 US dime is made of silver?
A 1935 US dime should be made of 90% silver and 10% copper. You can check the edge of the coin for a visible silver coloration. Alternatively, you can use a magnet - silver is not magnetic, so if the dime does not stick to the magnet, it is likely silver.
What year was the last silver dime made?
1964 i beleive
What a 1940 dime made of?
90% silver, 10% copper.
What is the value of a pure silver dime from 1940?
1940 dime were only made from 90% silver. See the related question below for more information.
Does 2008 dime have silver in them?
If you got in circulation no. The last circulating silver dime were made in 1964. If it is part of a silver proof set yes. These are never found in circulation and always have the S mintmark.
Is a 1966 dime silver?
A platinum dime would be worth thousands of dollars ... except that there is no such coin. All 1964 dimes were made of 90% silver and 10% copper.
How does the side of the 1965 silver dime look?
Starting in 1965, U.S. dimes were no longer made of silver.
Is a dime made out of silver?
Dimes minted before 1965 are made of 90% silver and 10% copper. Dimes minted after 1965 are made of a copper core with a outer layer of nickel.
